Lightweight, compact
configuration
CASIO’s own high-density device mounting technology makes it possible
to mount more devices on a single circuit board. This in combination
with the a rechargeable lithium ion battery power supply allows a new
SATELLITE NAVI design that is more compact (40% less volume than the
previous model) and lighter (50% lighter than the previous model). The
rechargeable battery eliminates the need for battery replacements and
makes it possible to provide 50-meter water resistance, which is
enough to stand up to moisture encountered during outdoor wear.
PC Linking
The new SATELLITE NAVI comes with a special attachment that makes it
possible to connect a cable that links the watch to a computer for
data exchange. The PC link software allows you to import and display
raster map images (BMP or JPEG) on a computer, and then uses the map
images to edit and define your waypoints and destination. You can also
plot track points recorded by the watch on map and keep records of
your movements on your computer’s hard disk.
The new SATELLITE NAVI is the latest addition to the CASIO lineup of
“Wrist Technology” products, which aim at creating a new market for
wrist-worn devices that are highly portable and easy to use. CASIO is
firmly committed to establishing and developing a personal navigation
market as part of the general market for outdoor gear.
Features
Position Measurement
- GPS*1 Current Position
Measurement
The new SATELLITE NAVI has a 12-channel receiver that can receive
signals from as many as 12 at least three GPS satellites to
calculate and display the latitude and longitude of your current
position. Positions are displayed in values indicating latitude (N
or S degrees, minutes, seconds) and longitude (E or W degrees,
minutes, seconds), which you can use to plot your location on a map.
A simple operation changes the position information to Universal
Transverse Mercator (UTM)*2 coordinates.
*1 GPS
The letters "GPS" stand for "Global Positioning System," a system of
27 artificial satellites and Earth base stations developed by the
United States.
*2 UTM
The letters "UTM" stand for "Universal Transverse Mercator," which
is a standardized coordinate system based on the metric system that
divides the earth into 60 six-degree wide zones. Each zone is
projected onto a Transverse Mercator projection and coordinate
origins are located systematically.
Almanac Data for Quick
Results
Almanac data received from satellites is stored in the watch's
EEPROM. Almanac data is used in combination with the watch’s city
code setting and the current time to predict which satellites are
currently overhead, which makes it possible to produce readings in
as quickly as 12 seconds.
GPS Altitude Measurement*
SATELLITE NAVI performs 3D measurement whenever it is able to access
data from four or more satellites. In addition to latitude and
longitude, 3D measurement also lets you see your current altitude.
Past altitude measurements can be viewed on a graph that shows your
changes in altitude over time.
* Altitude measurement
Precision for GPS altitude measurements may be less than that for
position measurements.
Three GPS Measurement Modes
A choice of three GPS measurement modes provides flexibility to meet
a variety of measurement needs. The One Shot mode takes a reading
whenever you press a button, Auto Mode takes readings are a preset
interval (selectable in the range of 10 seconds to 60 minutes), and
the Continuous Mode takes readings every second.
Navigation
- Plot Screen
The plot screen shows your current location in relation to up to 10
waypoints you have registered in your route plan. You can zoom the
plot screen to the scale that makes it possible for your current
position and waypoints to appear on the same screen. In addition to
your current position, you can also view track points that indicate
your movement in relation to waypoints and your destination.
Graphical Navigation Screen
The Graphical Navigation Screen graphically indicates the direction
and distance to a destination (latitude and longitude) registered by
you. This screen is great when hiking mountain climbing when you
need to know the direction and distance you need to go to get to
base camp a lodge, or other location. Data can also be displayed
numerically, if you want. When you are using the continuous GPS
measurement mode, the graphical navigation screen can also be used
to display your heading, current speed, and maximum speed.
Landmark Memory and Track
Log Memory
Landmark Memory lets you store records for up to 200 locations you
need to remember for instant recall when you want to incorporate
them into a route plan. The watch comes preset with 100 landmark
records that you can use or replace with your own data, if you want.
Track Log Memory stores up to 400 track point records that show your
location as you travel. You can recall these records when you want
to trace your movements on the Plot Screen.
Arrival Alarm
You can specify a distance at which the watch beeps to let you know
when you are approaching your destination.
PC Linking
- PC-based Data Input and
Management
A special attachment that is bundled with SATELLITE NAVI makes it
possible to connect a serial cable that links the watch to a
computer for quick and easy data exchange. You can use the PC link
software that comes bundled with the Watch to import and display
raster map images (BMP or JPEG) on your computer. GPS data can be
exported as a CSV or TXT format file for long term storage or
porting to another application.
Landmark Data: Landmark
name, latitude and longitude, icons can be transferred between the
watch and your computer.
Route Plan Data: You can
create and store route plans on your computer and transfer them to
the watch as required.
Track Point Data: You can
transfer track point records (date, time, latitude, longitude)
created by the watch to your computer for data management.
Other Features
- Rechargeable Battery for a
More Compact Configuration
The compact, water-resistant design of the new SATELLITE NAVI is
made possible by a built-in rechargeable lithium ion battery. The
watch comes with a charger attachment that you can use for
recharging outdoors, using power supplied by six AAA-size batteries.
A full charge provides enough power for approximately 140 one-shot
mode measurements, 3.5 hours of auto mode measurements (with
1-minute interval), or 70 minutes of continuous mode measurements.
Multi-windowing
Multi-windowing makes it possible to view different types of data on
the same screen. For example, you could display the current time
along with your current position, the direction pointer to your
destination along with your current position, or any other of 17
possible combinations.
Auto Time Adjustment
Each time a successful position measurement is achieved, the watch
uses time data included in the information is receives from the GPS
satellites to automatically adjust the hour, minutes, and seconds of
the Timekeeping Mode.
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